KATHMANDU, OCTOBER 16 Dusit Thani Himalayan Resort Dhulikhel has won two awards at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2026, receiving gold in the Leading Wedding Hotel/Resort category and silver in the Leading Luxury Hotel/Resort category. The awards were presented at a ceremony in the Maldives on October 8. The resort was represented by Managing Director Ramesh Hamal, General Manager Ankit Sharma and Director of Sales and Marketing Neeta Thapa. The recognition comes as the resort reports growing demand for destination weddings, private celebrations and exclusive resort bookings. According to the resort, enquiries and bookings for the coming months have also been increasing. Located at an altitude of around 1,750 metres near Namobuddha Monastery, the resort combines Himalayan surroundings with Thai-inspired hospitality. It also offers wellness services through Devarana Wellness, including spa treatments, sound healing, yoga, meditation and nature-based activities. Hamal said the awards reflected the resort's efforts to develop a luxury destination that showcases Nepal's natural attractions while contributing to the country's tourism industry. He also highlighted Dhulikhel's potential as a tourism destination. Sharma said the resort had seen stronger interest in destination weddings, private resort bookings and wellness experiences over the past year. He credited the recognition to guest confidence and the efforts of the resort's team. The property has 72 rooms and suites, including 18 private villas. Its facilities include the Thaan restaurant, Bela poolside bar, a wellness centre, an infinity swimming pool, meeting rooms, a ballroom and an outdoor event lawn. The resort is located about three kilometres from Namobuddha Monastery and just over an hour's drive from Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, according to the company.